nietbinaire

Nietbinaire is the Dutch term for nonbinary, a gender identity that does not fit exclusively within the categories of man or woman. People who identify as nietbinaire may view their gender as outside the binary, a mixture of genders, or as varying over time.

The nietbinaire spectrum encompasses a range of identities, including agender, bigender, genderfluid, and genderqueer. It emphasizes that gender is not inherently fixed to male or female and that individuals may experience their gender as a blend, an absence, or a shifting sense of self.

Pronoun and name use vary among nietbinaire people. Some prefer gender-neutral pronouns in Dutch, while others use pronouns aligned with male or female identities, or use English they/them. The best practice is to ask for and respect the pronouns and names a person requests.

Social and legal recognition of nietbinaire identities differs by country and region. Some jurisdictions provide nonbinary recognition on official documents, while others maintain a binary framework. Visibility and rights have grown through advocacy, education, and inclusive policies in workplaces, schools, and media.

See also: nonbinary, genderqueer, agender, genderfluid, LGBTQIA+. In Dutch-language contexts, the term nietbinaire is part of broader discussions about gender diversity and inclusion.